Les Miserables (2012)Movie Reviews


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    Written January 2, 2013

    LES MIS

    by lynnie131

    I loved the movie, I had no idea what it was about had never seen the play, loved it so much
    definately cried, laughed, smiled, thought the cast all did a fantastic job. I want to go back and see it again!

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    Written December 30, 2012

    Definitely an Award Winner

    by melejohn83

    Les Miserables was really good. It was a little tough to take Russel Crowe seriously at points but other than that the movie really held up. The set decoration was terrific, costumes were really good, cinematography was pretty good, there were some strange backgrounds where you could tell they were on a blue screen, but whatever.

    The musical performances where alright, there were definitely better performers than others.

    Don't go see this movie for the musical performances, I would go see it because you want to see a pretty good movie that has a lot of good actors in it.

    Also, tell your girlfriend you want to go see it, that'll probably win you some points.

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    Written January 1, 2013

    Les Miserables

    by charties

    The four people in our group attending were very impressed with the quality of the film - cast, scenery and music. The sound and voices were exceptional. Hugh Jackson was outstanding as were the two main children actors.

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    Written December 26, 2012

    3 hours of mediocre music and nonsensical sung dialogue

    by ktucker9589

    Where to begin? Some of the actors were really good(Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Samantha Barks) but mostly they just were terrible (notably Hugh Jackman and Russel Crowe). Sadly, the good actors are only given a few minutes sporadically to shine while we're stuck with the horrible performances of the rest for most of the film. While the cinematography was incredible, the storyline is just stupid. The characters are never developed and we're left with more questions than answers. While most of the audience was crying at the end, I just can't understand WHY Jean Valjean dies, which makes it pointless. Also, let's take a minute to ponder why these actors have British accents (notably the little boy's cockney accent), while the story is supposed to take place in FRANCE! Different country folks. All in all, I'd give this a miss. The only incredible moment is Anne Hathaway's "I dreamed a dream" and sadly that happens 40 minutes into the film, leaving 2 mindless hours....

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Beautiful Musical & Story

    by kristylm

    If you love musicals, you must see this. I was amazed at the voices of the stars of the movie. It was moving and depressing and uplifting at the same time.

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    Written January 2, 2013

    Les Miserables

    by katrinca

    I see a lot of movies -- a lot -- and I can honestly say, with much enthusiasm, that this is the best movie I've ever seen. I loved it. Recommend it highly. Can't say enough good things about the cast, the music, the songs, the scenery, costuming. I can't stop thinking about this movie. Bravo.

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Les Miserables

    by ricmon

    I had seen this play in the theater and I wasn't sure how is would transfer onto film. I was pleasantly surprised. It evoked many emotions. The theater was completely packed, even though it was Christmas morning at 11:00. It was so quiet that you could hear a pin drip. Tears flowed throughout the movie. If I had to pick one word to describe the movie, it would be POWERFUL!

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    Written January 2, 2013

    Excellent adaptation

    by microdude

    At the end of the movie, when the credits started, a majority of the audience spontaneously applauded. It was that good. I was pleasantly surprised. EXCELLENT use of the medium to show what you had to imagine or simply didn't think about during the stage production.

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    Written January 1, 2013

    Some of the Drama is lost...

    by mcsarge

    A great movie, but I have found that some of the incredible drama of the original stage production was lost because the performers, though pretty good, are not good enough singers for the material. I wish they had enlisted real singers, not famous actors for the roles. With the exception of Fontine, Marius and Cozette (both young and old) the rest of the cast was good, but not great. If they had real singing talent on the screen this would have been one of the greatest movies of all time. Using established talent, though safe, made it fall far short of what I was expecting.

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    Written January 2, 2013

    Les Miserables

    by sushar

    Note: This a biased review. Seen Les Mis on the stage 4 times:-3-London & 1-Denver. Own the 10th & 25th Anniv. videos. A Les Mis geek.

    It wasn't the A+, best ever, go crazy film I wanted. Still, just hearing the score sung by the likes of E. Redmayne and S. Barks is worth the price of admission. Hugh J. sings his heart out and R. Crowe, who I love as an actor, is just OK. No range to be Javert.
    What is Javier supposed to sound like: see Norm Lewis on Utube in the 25th Anniversary concert.
    I digress:
    Sets were good, but the scale seemed off in some scenes.I'm getting tired of CGI. For god sake, build a fake boat with balsa wood & a little paint from Home Depot.
    Some say Ann H. was over the top, but you would be too if you'd been raped, had your hair chopped off and teeth pulled in the street. She was a fine Fantine.
    Master of the House--cluttered, too much going on... spoiled a great bit. Stage does it better.
    Overall, I loved it-even with its flaws. I'll see it again.

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    Written December 30, 2012

    Les Miz Review

    by dallas965

    Besides the miscasting of Russell Crowe, the movie was excellent. The one camera continuous scene with Anne Hathaway singing "I dreamed a dream" is memorable. I saw many people wiping their eyes throughout the movie. Half of the viewers applauded at the end and I could hear Les Miz songs being hummed in the parking lot as I walked to my car.

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    Written December 30, 2012

    Are They Really Going to Sing Everything? Won Me Over!

    by LobitaBlanca

    I've seen a few musicals that I like, but they are generally the kind with established songs spaced throughout the film. When the movie started, it felt a little painful to see them singing just about every bit of dialogue,

    That said, with the incredible story, beautiful cinematography, and extraordinary acting talent, it really won me over. Great movie!

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    Written January 1, 2013

    Almost as good as Broadway!

    by Tomd2

    We have seen Les Miserables 3 times on Broadway, the movie without singing (awful) and finally this movie. This movie is as close to Broadway as you can get without seeing it live. Hugh Jackman did an incredible job! We took our 2 daughters(ages 8 and 14) to see it, and only one scene was a little questionable. The sex scene was a little too graphic and would better be left to the imagination, but these days they don't leave much to the imagination. We all loved this movie. The actress who played Eponine did a phenomenal job! I had never heard of her, but am sure we will be seeing more of her in the future. I wish I could have hated Russell Crowe more, but that is just not possible. It is so nice to have this movie, since the Broadway show closed. I plan on buying it as soon as it comes out on DVD! Definitely, go see it! You will not regret it. It brings you through every emotion. I cry every time I see this story, whether it is live or in a movie. The music is phenomenal!!!

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  • So-so
    Written January 27, 2013

    Drama acting, great. Music performance not good.

    by movieviegoer

    I loved the stage production. The music is wonderful ........ but the movie has chosen to ignore the beautiful music and opt for great actors who do the story justice but can not do the music justice. If you love the music this production will not satisfy. If you can settle for a well acted story you will like it. And what is it with Javier walking around on the roof tops of Paris? It does not make up for his inability to deliver the great music that Javier sings.

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    Written January 1, 2013

    Les Miserables

    by carolecooper

    Hugh Jackman will take your breath away. He portrays his character to perfection throughout the entire film. What a fine actor he is.....and it doesn't hurt that he's tall, handsome and a major hunk....but I applaude his acting talent about his physical gorgeousness....and that's putting it really high. The movie is superb! Don't miss it. Every actor is spot on perfect. It was hard to see Russell Crowe in such a menancing part because I think he's more tender than his macho-ness in films portrays. I'd love to see him in a romance film. He is fabulous at his craft...but then again, that's what made him so believable in this movie...Wow!! Ann Hathaway was wonderful...she's so beautiful. All actors were superb and made the entire story pull you in. I went to their world for 2 1/2 hours, although the film went by so quickly. I felt transformed afterwards. This is a must see! I salute everyone involved in this film.

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